LPN LLH Nursing Home

rivhs; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

rivhs in Smithfield, Virginia is hiring an LPN to work under supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role supports planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care to residents, focusing on comfort, safety and family involvement.

Responsibilities include administering medications, following orders, and supervising aides to ensure quality care. LPN licensure in Virginia and CPR/BLS certification are required or obtained upon hire.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required (Virginia).
• CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per provider orders.
• Respect resident choices while maintaining safety and dignity.
• Supervise and assign tasks to non-professional staff to ensure quality care.
• Document changes in resident condition and follow nursing standards.

Skills

Nursing care

Medication administration

Job description

Smithfield, Virginia

Hiring Range

$28.90 - $39.78/Hourly

Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor, and ultimately responsible to the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing and Director of Quality Care Management. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) monitors the resident, participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care. Provides for the emotional, physical comfort and safety of the residents and their families. Assists in supervision of auxiliary personnel.

What you will do

• Medications and treatments are administered accurately and according to provider's orders.
• Allows resident choices within limits of capability considering safety /dignity issues and follows policies and procedures of facility to include resident privacy and dignity.
• Assigns duties to non-professional staff such as CNAs according to education, training, policy and resident need in order to assure quality resident care is delivered. Engages team members for optimal performance and addresses performance as needed.
• Participates in administering medications, treatments, monitoring and observation of resident care. Identifies changes in condition with proper documentation according to standards of nursing practice. Demonstrates consistent follow through to promote positive resident outcomes. Utilizes good judgment and specialized skills.

Qualifications

Experience

Less than 1 year Nursing experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)